But this lunar eclipse won’t just be your run-of-the-mill lunar eclipse. This eclipse is known as a “blood moon” because the moon will pass fully into Earth’s shadow, making it appear deep red-orange.

Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand are in a prime position to catch this total eclipse of the Moon; find the timing in our interactive map.

A rare total lunar eclipse, often called a “Blood Moon,” will grace the night sky, giving skywatchers a chance to see the Moon bathed in a coppery red glow. According to NASA, the eclipse will be visible across much of the

During a total lunar eclipse, the Moon appears dark red or orange. This is because our planet blocks most of the Sun’s light from reaching the Moon, and the light that does r